The Adult Ministry at Longview FUMC invites men and women of all ages to participate in any or all of our groups and activities. In all events we hold, we intend to lead the adults of our church in intentional prayer, fellowship, and Bible study so that we may be ideal stewards of the congregation. If you are interested in joining a men’s or women’s group, or would just like more information about this ministry, contact the church office at 903-753-4463.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
United Methodist Women is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ. Their goal is to develop a creative and supportive fellowship and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of FUMC Longview. UMW is the only organization in our church that is open to ALL women - and is a vital part of FUMC’s Women’s ministry, as they are called upon often to support all areas of the church. All women are invited to attend UMW’s monthly meetings! They meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM in the Faith Center.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES
Throughout the year, our Women’s Ministry sponsors several different Bible studies. They study a variety of topics ranging from Max Lucado’s “Anxious for Nothing,” to Dr. Sandra Richter’s “Epic of Eden.” These groups meet each Thursday morning. If you are interested in joining a bible study, please contact the church office at 903-753-4463 for more information!
WOMEN’S SPIRITUAL FORMATION GROUPS
Spiritual Formation Small Groups give the women of FUMC a safe place to be vulnerable, transparent and honest with God and each other about where we are in our journey toward Christ-likeness. Together, we learn and practice the spiritual disciplines of the Christian tradition for the purpose of preparing our hearts to experience the love of God in Jesus Christ – to move what we have learned intellectually through the study of God’s word to the level of the heart because that is where transformation occurs. We are a gentle source of accountability for one another to stay connected to God through our spiritual practices, and each other through faithful participation in our small groups. We meet once a month on varying days and times:
Merry Martha – meets on the 3rd Tuesday at 6pm in the church office conference room.
Rahab – meets on the 3rd Wednesday at 9:30am in the church office conference room.
Naomi Ruth – meets on the 4th Tuesday at 4pm in the church office conference room.
Jochebed – meets on the 2nd Monday at 6pm off site.
Photina – meets on the 4th Thursday at 1pm in the Prayer Warrior’s class room #243.
Please contact Debbie Tipps at the church office for more information.
WOMEN’S RETREATS
The women of FUMC Longview invite you to join them for a weekend of transformation, renewal, reflection, and sisterhood. Come as you are and leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and empowered to live more fully into the reality of God's love in Jesus Christ. Retreat times and locations vary each year. Please check The Voice or call the church office for more information.
TUESDAYS WITH JESUS
This men’s group reads a plethora of books from Christian authors and discusses the content and how it applies to each of their lives. These men meet each Tuesday at 5:30 PM in the Answers classroom (room 301).
MEN’S ACCOUNTABILITY GROUPS
We have several small groups of men that come together weekly in fellowship to share food, the Bible, faith, life moments, or read through a pre-determined book of study to discuss as they read along! If you’d like to join a small group, contact Pastor Ricky or 903-753-4463.
MEN’S EVENTS
Throughout the year we invite all men in our congregation to events to casually enjoy fellowship and make some new friends along the way. Some activities we have enjoyed in the past include bowling, Pizza King lunches, lake days, fishing, skeet shooting, and missionary work! Stay tuned to the church calendar for upcoming men’s events and how to register!
E.P.I.C. Ministries
EPIC stands for Experienced People In Christ. Whether its quarterly lunches, day trips, or casual coffee with friends we want our seniors to be active and engaged in the life of the church. Contact Pastor Debbie or the church office for more information about EPIC Ministries at LVFUMC!
Sunday School
FUMC adult Sunday school classes meet at 10:00am each week:
Serendipity - Room 241: The Serendipity class is a group of adult singles and couples in their 40's and 50's with children ranging from middle school to college. They choose various Bible Studies that focus on spiritual growth and life application.
Prayer Warriors – room 243: The Prayer Warriors class is a group of adult women. Their curriculum is video-based and includes group discussion. Recent authors include Priscilla Shirer, Angela Thomas, and Beth Moore. As implied by the name of the class, they maintain a strong emphasis on living a life of prayer.
Alpha Omega – room 247: The Alpha Omega class is a group of adult singles and couples. Their curriculum features both lecture and discussion.
Henry Foster – room 253: The Henry Foster class has long used the "Adult Bible Series"; for study materials but is now using the "Wesley Bible Curriculum" with future study to be determined by the preference of members. Lessons feature both lecture and discussion. This class is fortunate to have a large group of teachers who teach one, two, or three times during a four-month period. The class makes quarterly contributions to Newgate Ministries, Asbury House, and Heartisans Marketplace. Henry Foster members enjoy one or two social events each year. Members range in age from 60s through 90s and welcome any who would choose to visit or join the class.
Grace Lowry- room 257: The Grace Lowry class is a group of single adults and couples. There are 8 rotating teachers. The class decides what they will study as a group. They have done the Wesley Series and studies by Adam Hamilton in the past. There is a ladies’ luncheon each month on the first Tuesday.
Genesis – room 313: The Genesis class is a group of “empty nester” adults who are active across the breadth of church programs and mission projects. The class sponsors Sock Tree each Christmas for the benefit of Asbury House/Methodist Home. A group of leaders rotate to facilitate the discussion of video driven studies by authors such as Max Lucado, Adam Hamilton, and others.
New Beginnings – room 302: The New Beginnings class is a group of adult singles and couples of retirement age. Rotating leaders facilitate group discussions on DVD based studies by popular authors such as Adam Hamilton, Max Lucado, Andy Stanley and others. The class actively participates in and financially supports FUMC and community projects.
Answers – room Cook Foyer: The Answers class is a group of young couples between the ages of 20’s to 40’s who enjoy Bible study and class discussions. They enjoy planning class parties, occasional social gatherings, and class mission projects.
Journey – room 300: The Journey class is a group of adult singles and couples. They utilize curriculum by various authors including Mike Slaughter’s “A Different Kind of Christmas,” “The Visual Bible,” and a study of the “I Am” statements of Jesus.